I am excited to announce the reissue of Circle of Light. This science fiction romance is book one in The Light-Year Series. It was previously published by Dorchester. This Author’s Edition has been updated with added bonus materials. CIRCLE OF LIGHT Copyright © 1994 by Nancy J. Cohen Published by Orange Grove Press on Sept. … Read more
Using Models for Settings In creating the setting within a setting for your story, it’s helpful if you can model your site after one in existence. Then you can transplant the real place into your larger story and alter the details to suit your novel. Writers may find this easier than making up a site … Read more
Greetings! I have online events coming up in case you want to participate, awards, giveaways and a recent newsletter to share. Here is a summary: NEWSLETTER Read my latest newsletter for giveaways, book sales, new releases and events. Series should read, The Light-Years Series – http://p0.vresp.com/HpAP5g#vr4smallbiz GIVEAWAYS Reach for the Stars Giveaway, Sept. 1 – … Read more
I am excited to share the beautiful covers for The Light-Years Series. These stories were my first published books and they hold a special place in my heart. All three titles were previously published by Dorchester and have been updated with added bonus materials. Cover Design by The Killion Group, Inc. … Read more
When you write your first draft, it’s okay to forge ahead and write whatever channels through your mind. The next sweep through will give you the opportunity to eliminate those clichés you planted along the way. I’m preparing to reissue The Drift Lords Series, and my cliché alert meter went into full mode back when … Read more
What is homework for writers? It’s when you need to learn something new, and instead of going the easy route by asking writer friends for answers, you do the research yourself. It’s okay to ask for advice and input but don’t expect to learn everything there is to know. Where Should You Start? Listserves can … Read more
Authors have all sorts of administrative tasks, from answering emails, to fielding workshop requests, to creating book ads, to keeping up with social media and writing blogs. These behind-the-scenes duties can keep us busy from morning to night. When I’m in a creative phase, the writing comes first. But right now, I am taking a … Read more
I’ve compiled a list of Florida writers organizations for those of you seeking like-minded individuals in the state. It’s by no means an exhaustive list, so feel free to add to it or adapt it for your needs. But if you’re new to our semi-tropical paradise and are looking to get connected with other writers, … Read more
Hi, today I have a guest post “The Story Behind the Story – Facials Can Be Fatal” at Suite T, and I urge you to take a look. I discuss part of the plotting process for Facials Can Be Fatal and the research that helped me write the book. So go on over to https://southernwritersmagazine.blogspot.com/2020/07/facials-can-be-fatal-story-behind-story.html … Read more
I am excited to announce the reissue of Facials Can Be Fatal, #13 in The Bad Hair Day Mysteries. Copyright © 2017 by Nancy J. Cohen Published by Orange Grove Press Digital ISBN: 978-1-952886-04-1 Print ISBN: 978-1-952886-05-8 Cover Design by Boulevard Photografica Digital Layout by www.formatting4U.com Cover Copy by BlurbWriter.com Salon sleuth Marla Vail determines … Read more